eldest

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Meagan, his eldest daughter, studied agricultural science and worked for him, as did her husband.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

There was also tragedy in their family life -- in 2016 their eldest daughter, Laurence, died aged 58, after a heart attack and having suffered with anorexia since 1974.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

And there may be more good news on the way for the president’s eldest son.

From Salon • May 31, 2026

My uncle Ed, my mother’s eldest brother, was an Augustinian.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

But Barry, the eldest Voight brother, had been more interested in science than celebrity.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone